Johanna Gerstein

Salt Lake City, Utah

5.0 (2 reviews)

Johanna Gerstein

7 years of experience

Hello, My name is Johanna and I am a certified postpartum doula and gentle sleep coach based in Daybreak, Utah! I love supporting families in their postpartum journey. I am happy to help wherever it is needed: caring for the birthing parent or the newborn, helping with older siblings, cooking, and overall helping you navigate life with a new baby! Moreover, I offer holistic sleep support that is tailored to your family. I don't work with any separation-based sleep training methods such as Ferber and CIO. Instead, we look for gentle and realistic ways to improve your baby's sleep. In addition to my trainings, I hold a master's degree in Psychology and am CPR/first aid certified. In my free time, I love to travel, read, do pilates, and do the crossword. I mainly serve clients in and around SLC but am open to travel assignments!

Recent review

Johanna was our babysitter for our son Peter from 10 months until 2,5 y.o. And our daughter Clara from the first week to 5 months. Johanna is an amazing care taker, she is very knowledgeable and experience across all ages. She is very kind and loving with the kids, and can create a strong bound with them very quickly. She also know how to be strict and make sure that rules are being followed. We would also ask her for advice for sleep training as well as more little things like how to get our son be improve his skills with his balance bike. She always came up with great input and feedback. We all loved her dearly, she became a family member to us, and we hope you can now enjoy her service as much as we did.

- Julia M.

Jillian Cain

Salt Lake City, Utah

Jillian Cain

3 years of experience

My name is Jillian Cain and I am so excited to begin my journey as a postpartum doula. I hope to be able to support families in the Salt Lake City area, including as far east as Park City, Heber, Midway. I believe that postpartum care is just as much about caring for the mother as it is caring for the child. If the mother feels confident and supported, they are able to be more present and relaxed while supporting their new family member. Whether this is your first or third child, I believe a postpartum doula can help change the first 12 weeks after you give birth.

Krysta Betenes

Salt Lake City, Utah

5.0 (2 reviews)

Krysta Betenes

4 years of experience

Hi! I’m Krysta. I’m a VBAC mama, birth doula, and motherhood photographer devoted to walking alongside women through their profound transition into motherhood. As a doula, I offer a calm, confident presence and holistic approach rooted in reverence for birth, current research, and trust in a mother’s intuition and strength. You don’t need to be saved or steered. You deserve someone to walk alongside you—celebrating your wins, supporting you through the tough spots, and offering reliable, evidence-based, autonomy-centered guidance and empowerment. My work as a motherhood photographer flows from that same reverence. Encapsulating the deep connections, raw emotions, and intimate beauty of your story in a way that transcends time. Whether I’m supporting your birth or documenting your journey, I offer presence, care, and connection every step of the way. Birth is unpredictable, but my support is not. “Modern obstetrics often centers around control, not trust. We speak of birth as something to get through instead of something to lean into. It’s a system that distrusts the natural rhythms of the body, replaces intuition with intervention, and calls it safety.”

Recent review

I will treasure my photos forever! I’m obsessed! . She somehow captured the emotions of my experience with beautiful photos I will treasure forever. Krysta is so talented, I can’t recommend her enough!

- Lauren B.

Naomi Blakeley

Orem, Utah

Naomi Blakeley

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I became passionate about birth the moment I found out I was pregnant for the first time. Deciding to go through natural child birth was something I always knew I wanted to do and having a doula by my side, as part of my birth team, was something enhanced my birth experienced and allowed me to feel taken care of. It inspired me to want to do for other mothers. I am honored, and blessed to be a part of the births I have been thus far and hope to be able to attend to plenty more.

Charlee Smith

Vineyard, Utah

5.0 (7 reviews)

Charlee Smith

3 years of experience

Being involved in birth work has been a dream of mine for as long as I can remember! I graduated from Utah Valley University with a degree in Social work where I found joy in listening, and empowering people. Soon after graduating I gave birth to my first daughter and it reignited my passion for birth and desire to want all mamas to have a positive experience during childbirth. I completed my doula training with songbird maternity learning skills to support mothers such as breathing exercises, optimal positions for labor and pushing, massage and more. I am excited to help you learn more about the beauty of childbirth and feel empowered and amazed at what your mind, body, and baby can do when they all work together!

Recent review

Hiring Charlee as my doula was one of the best decisions I've made and made such a positive impact on the birth and recovery of this baby. I wish I had used her for other births. If I was having more children I'd use her again. It was so helpful to have someone to message when I thought I was in early labor and it gave me more confidence heading into the mental work that comes with labor. Even though I went to the hospital in the middle of the night, she came as soon as possible. I also so appreciated her playing with our 6 kids in our hospital room after baby was born. That meant the world. She far exceeded any expectations I had. She treated us more like family or friends than a stranger. She also was involved postpartum, coming over to help with anything I wanted help with and even provided a meal, snacks, and baby gift. Can't say enough that she exceeded any expectations we had.

- Becky S.

Esther Jordan

Provo, Utah

5.0 (4 reviews)

Esther Jordan

3 years of experience

🌸 About Me: Hi, my name is Esther, and I am a certified postpartum doula and nursing student based in Utah. Supporting women through motherhood is not just my work it is my passion and purpose. As the oldest of nine children, caring for others has always been a natural part of who I am. From a young age, I learned patience, responsibility, and the deep importance of nurturing. Today, I bring that same heart into my work with mothers and families. I am fully certified, insured, and CPR/BLS trained. As a nursing student and future midwife, I bring both professional medical understanding and emotional care into every home I serve. My goal is to ensure that every mother feels safe, supported, respected, and never alone during her postpartum journey. Women’s health is my lifelong calling. I am honored to walk beside mothers during one of the most powerful and vulnerable seasons of their lives.

Recent review

Esther is friendly, kind, and knowledgeable. She’s very helpful and eager to to please. Just let her know how she can help and she’s there. I had my baby in the thick of school so that proved a little tricky schedule-wise at times, but when I had her she gave in her all. I appreciated her help with my other littles. God knows they needed extra love and attention after the baby came.

- Emily A.

Crystal Summerhays

Provo, Utah

Crystal Summerhays

4 years of experience

I’m a doula dedicated to compassionately guiding women and their birth companions through an incredible journey of strength, resilience, and empowerment. We are created to birth our babies into this world. That process is more than just an event- it is a transformation. As a doula, I carry this philosophy at the core of my approach. I believe in the innate strength within every woman, and my role is to guide and empower you, alongside the rest of your birth team, on your unique journey. Furthermore, I firmly believe that as we face our fears and discomfort, we have the potential to emerge stronger and more resilient. Birth, with all its uncertainties and challenges, provides a crucial opportunity for personal growth. This strength carries with us through the rest of our lives and empowers us in our role as a mother. I recognize the invaluable role that partners, grandmothers, sisters and others play. My doula support extends beyond the individual, creating a collaborative and inclusive environment that fosters a sense of unity and support. I hold a deep belief in the sacred nature of birth. My faith in God informs every aspect of my doula practice, guiding me to approach birth with reverence and gratitude. I would be honored to guide you on your journey.

Bailee Jones

Bountiful, Utah

Bailee Jones

4 years of experience

I have always been passionate about birth work, but it wasn’t until I gave birth that I felt a desire to help other women. I felt alone for part of my labor and never want any woman to feel the way I did. Women deserve so much support and love during such a vulnerable and life changing moment in their lives. I will be your advocate and support you emotionally and physically during your labor and birth experience. I want you to have your dream birth and I know I can help make that happen for you, and alongside you each step of the way!

Elise Kimber

Bountiful, Utah

Elise Kimber

3 years of experience

Hello! My name is Elise and I’m a birth doula. I’m passionate about everything birth and love helping women see the power they have over their birthing experience. I have experience with both home and hospital births and am knowledgeable in hypnobirthing, massage, counterpressure, acupuncture, and other things that can help make your experience more positive!

Kayla Mackenzie

Spanish Fork, Utah

5.0 (2 reviews)

Kayla Mackenzie

3 years of experience

Hi, I’m Kayla — birth mentor, labor doula, and host of A Mother Is Born. I believe birth should feel like a big deal — in the best possible way. My own experience giving birth was transformational. I felt honored, trusted, and supported throughout. It was beautiful and powerful… and also incredibly rare. Most women I know didn’t feel that way about their births — and that’s what pulled me into this work. I support women who want something more from their birth experience — whether they’re preparing for the first time or recovering from a difficult past one. I offer in-person doula support in Utah County, and virtual birth mentorship to families anywhere. I’m especially drawn to: First-time parents who see birth as a major life event — and want to plan it with care, not just "go with the flow" Experienced parents who had a birth that didn’t sit right — and want a different story this time My approach is rooted in values: self-trust, autonomy, and honoring the body’s wisdom. I don’t believe in rigid checklists or cookie-cutter plans. I focus on helping you figure out what matters most to you, and then build a plan that supports that. I’ll teach you to advocate for yourself — and I’ll step in to back you up when needed. You won’t be alone. My favorite part of this work? The women. The honest conversations. The deep relationships. Watching someone grow into motherhood with intention and power is the biggest honor of my life. A few personal things: I’m a very type-B personality. The bad? My car is always a mess. The good? I am flexible, intuitive, and empathetic. In my personal time, I love learning the names of all the local plants. It's probably an even nerdier hobby than learning about birth! I have a deep weakness for dark chocolate, and never go to bed without second dinner. I truly believe that birth can be one of the most powerful and positive experiences of your life — when you have the right support. I'm excited to meet you!

Recent review

Kaila was my doula for my second baby. I had a traumatic experience with my first baby, so I really wanted someone to help me cope with my second. Kaila was exactly what I needed! She is knowledgeable, personable, and really listened to my needs. She respected all of my decisions and did everything she could to help me have the birth that I always desired. I would highly recommend Kaila to any woman looking for an incredible doula!

- Cathryn B.

Joleen Cullens

Clearfield, Utah

5.0 (1 review)

Joleen Cullens

11 years of experience

Pregnancy, birth, and babies...I love it all! I see the birth process as a huge opportunity for growth and healing. This is an opportunity for the birthing person to communicate with their body and find their own intuitive & unique way of birthing. This is not just a mother experience but a parent experience, I love getting the partners involved. I am also a massage therapists and birth photographer. Massage during labor can be so helpful and amazing and I love capturing the sweet moments between a couple and meeting your baby! One of my more recent educational experiences is Cranial Sacral Therapy for Infants. I love working with the babies!

Recent review

Let me start by saying that I NEVER leave reviews unless I was really moved by something. Joleen is such an incredible doula, words can't express enough how much support she provided during my birth experience. She actually cares about her clients and the outcome they desire. I highly recommend having a doula who is also a massage therapist-- a damn good one at that-- I had extreme back labor and needed counter pressure every single contraction. She was with me for 9 or 10 hours and never gave up! She had me move into countless different positions to get my baby to move down and out, and I never felt like we ran out of things to try. My husband was skeptical of hiring a doula at first, but was so thankful that we had her help and that it wasn't all on him after it was all said and done. 😉 I attribute my going natural 100% on the team of people I had with me that day; I would have caved and got an epidural if it was just me and the hubby. My midwife was even complimenting her on how much she was doing to help me! Joleen's gentle guidance was everything. I highly recommend her to anyone who is going to give birth, but especially those who want to have a natural birth!! Having that extra support could really make or break your experience. ❤

- Lexi S.

Meredith Ashton

Draper, Utah

5.0 (1 review)

Meredith Ashton

10 years of experience

Meredith is a certified birth doula, postpartum doula, certified women’s hormone specialist, cycle + fertility coach, menstruation educator, and mother to three amazing kids, ages 7, 5 and 3. She loves everything about the menstrual cycle–hormones, menstruation, fertility, birth, postpartum, and menopause. She loves teaching women (and families) how to use their cycle to balance their lives (and their hormones) and accomplish their goals for growing their family, or not. But Birth has a special place in Meredith’s heart. She came to birth work on a Thursday afternoon driving home from her Human Resources job. She was complaining about her job to her sister and her sister’s response was, “you should go be a Doula”. What’s a Doula? After her sister explained what a Doula does, a voice inside of her said, “I was born to do that”. She was in Doula training the next month and she has never looked back. She loves being with families and witnessing their growth and transformation as they move through the birth and postpartum process. Meredith excels at supporting families through natural/unmedicated birth both in and out of the hospital, and a lot of her clients have great results from her support in delaying medication so that it supports their labor rather than hinders it. Meredith is passionate about families knowing their options, preparing well, and tapping into the spiritual nature of the birth process to create an empowering experience. Additionally, she excels at assisting families to set up healthy rhythms for maximized nighttime sleep, feeding and bonding postpartum.

Recent review

Meredith is an amazing doula! She assisted with our birth and my husband and I felt that we would have been lost without her. She maintained boundaries/wishes, was super knowledgeable and provided such a calming presence and emotional support! She had a great sense of humor and really added positivity to our birth experience.

- Casey O.

Maddie Hair

Draper, Utah

Maddie Hair

3 years of experience

Hello! I am a Certified Birth Doula serving families in Salt Lake and Utah counties. I am passionate about helping moms and their partners have the AMAZING birth experiences they deserve. I have always thought that pregnancy and birth are the most incredible things in the world. While battling infertility the last few years, I found myself feeling a lack of purpose in my life. This led me to birth work and becoming a birth doula. From the fascinating training to the first birth I attended, I knew this was the purpose I was looking for. I became a Birth Boot Camp Certified Birth Doula in January 2024. I passionately believe that every mom can and deserves to have a positive birth experience, whatever that looks like to her. I look forward to helping you achieve that!

Camille  Freeman

Sandy, Utah

Camille Freeman

10 years of experience

Hi! I’m Camille. I’m a DONA and Curtis Method trained Hypnodoula, a CAPPA trained postpartum doula, and a childbirth educator. I’ve been a doula for about 6 years and I fall more in love with it with every client I serve. I support birth in all forms, in all locations, and with all family systems. As your doula, my goal is to make sure you come out of your birth or postpartum experience feeling like you were empowered to make your own choices and that you were seen and heard throughout. Let’s talk soon!

Luna Salvatore

Sandy, Utah

Luna Salvatore

2 years of experience

Hi, my name is Luna Salvatore and I am a Certified Birth Doula serving Salt Lake County and surroundings. My mission is to create a safe space for you to experience labor & birth as a transformative experience. Let’s connect!

Jamie Kowalk

South Jordan, Utah

Jamie Kowalk

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi! I’m Jamie, the face behind Salt Lake Doula. I’m passionate about helping people have an empowered and positive birth experience, as well as assisting with the transition to parenthood in the postpartum. I provide compassionate, unbiased support in your journey through pregnancy, birth and parenthood.

Elise Monson

Lehi, Utah

Elise Monson

3 years of experience

Hello! My name is Elise Monson, and I am a Birth Doula located in Lehi Utah. I serve in both Utah and Salt Lake Counties. I love all things birth. It's my mission to empower mothers through evidence based education so that they can make informed decisions for themselves, and then provide advocacy for them during birth to make sure their desires are respected. Childbirth is not a medical emergency, unless it becomes one. We as women were built for this!

Krystalyn Leffler-Macon

Lehi, Utah

Krystalyn Leffler-Macon

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a proud boy mom to three wonderful boys who will someday change the world. I am an Army Medic and EMT. I love helping people, but felt called to develop my passion for birth work after my second child was born in the height of COVID during an amazing home birth. I have learned that there is so much to be honored in pregnancy, the birthing space, and the postpartum period, and I love being able to help families feel empowered and supported during those transitions.

Hunter Caussey

Lehi, Utah

Hunter Caussey

2 years of experience

Hi, I'm Hunter! Im 25 years old and a fierce advocate serving Salt Lake and Utah County. In doing research to prepare myself for future pregnancy I was faced with the sad reality that many people have entered the birth space uninformed and unsupported, with so many voices shouting at them about the "one right way" to give birth and be a parent. Only to leave the birth space scared, in pain, and often traumatized. This reality felt bleak to me so I began my journey learning how to provide advocacy, alignment, and assurance to my clients. I believe everyone should have access to emotional, physical and spiritual support while diving into labor and finding their inner power during birth.

Bethany  McGee

Lehi, Utah

Bethany McGee

6 years of experience

Hi! I love helping moms find their inner strength and learn to trust their bodies! You know how to give, you just need to trust your body, I’m here to help you with that!